| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson High School District | Basin | 7/10 Good · 68th pct | 284 | 1 | 9–12 | 4 |
| Whitehall High School District | Cardwell | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 144 | 1 | 9–12 | 2 |
How Jefferson County compares
Together they enroll 428 students across 2 schools. The largest is Jefferson High School District with 284 students. Districts here average 4.5/10, below the Montana average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Jefferson County, Montana
Jefferson County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Jefferson County is Jefferson High School District (7/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Montana. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Jefferson County, MT?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Jefferson County, MT. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Jefferson County, MT?
Of the districts serving Jefferson County, Jefferson High School District has the highest rating on this site at 7/10. That places it in the 68th percentile among Montana school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Montana reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Montana and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Montana only, never across state lines.